2002 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Hyundai Satellite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Hyundai Satellite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2000 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Satellite |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |